Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
rhinocera
ID:
275739

Status:
valid

Authors:
Luer & Hirtz

Source:
wcs

Year:
1990

Citation Micro:
Monogr. Syst. Bot. Missouri Bot. Gard. 38: 108 (1990)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000275071

Common Names

  • Platystele rhinocera
  • Rhinoceros Platystele
  • Rhinoceros Platystele

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Description

Platystele rhinocera (also called Rhinoceros Platystele, among many other common names) is a small epiphytic orchid found in the tropical forests of Central and South America. It has a single, thin leaf and a single, small flower. It is found in humid, shady areas, often in the canopy of trees.

Uses & Benefits

Platystele rhinocera is a popular ornamental plant with attractive foliage and flowers. It is also used as a ground cover in shady areas and as a border plant in gardens.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Platystele rhinocera has small, yellow flowers with a white center. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings have two cotyledons and two small, pointed leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Platystele rhinocera is a terrestrial orchid that is native to Central and South America. It is best grown in a warm, humid environment with bright, indirect light. It prefers a well-draining potting mix that is high in organic matter and slightly acidic. Propagation is done by division or by seed. The seeds should be sown on a moist, sterile medium and kept in a warm, humid environment until germination.

Where to Find Platystele rhinocera

Platystele rhinocera is native to Central and South America. It is found in the tropical and subtropical rainforests of Colombia, Ecuador, Peru, Bolivia, and Brazil.

Platystele rhinocera FAQ

What is the scientific name of Platystele rhinocera?

Platystele rhinocera

What is the common name of Platystele rhinocera?

No common name

What is the natural habitat of Platystele rhinocera?

Tropical and subtropical moist montane forests

Species in the Platystele genus

Platystele acicularis, Platystele aculeata, Platystele acutilingua, Platystele adelphe, Platystele aianthera, Platystele altarica, Platystele alucitae, Platystele argentosa, Platystele aurea, Platystele bernoullii, Platystele bovilinguis, Platystele brenneri, Platystele calantha, Platystele calymma, Platystele caudatisepala, Platystele compacta, Platystele consobrina, Platystele crinita, Platystele dalstroemii, Platystele dasyglossa, Platystele delhierroi, Platystele densiflora, Platystele dewildei, Platystele dodsonii, Platystele dressleri, Platystele edmundoi, Platystele enervis, Platystele examen-culicum, Platystele filamentosa, Platystele fimbriata, Platystele gyroglossa, Platystele hampshireae, Platystele hirtzii, Platystele ingramii, Platystele jamboeensis, Platystele jesupiorum, Platystele johnstonii, Platystele jungermannioides, Platystele lancilabris, Platystele lawessonii, Platystele lehmannii, Platystele londonoana, Platystele lycopodioides, Platystele megaloglossa, Platystele microglossa, Platystele microscopica, Platystele microtatantha, Platystele minimiflora, Platystele misasiana, Platystele misera,

Species in the Orchidaceae family

Aa fiebrigii, Aa hartwegii, Aa hieronymi, Aa leucantha, Aa lorentzii, Aa macra, Aa achalensis, Aa maderoi, Aa mandonii, Aa matthewsii, Aa microtidis, Aa paleacea, Aa argyrolepis, Aa riobambae, Aa rosei, Aa schickendanzii, Aa sphaeroglossa, Aa trilobulata, Aa weddelliana, Aa aurantiaca, Aa calceata, Aa colombiana, Aa denticulata, Aa erosa, Aa figueroi, Aa lozanoi, Aa lehmannii, Acampe carinata, Acampe cephalotes, Acampe ochracea, Acampe pachyglossa, Acampe praemorsa, Acampe joiceyana, Acampe hulae, Acanthophippium bicolor, Acanthophippium chrysoglossum, Acanthophippium curtisii, Acanthophippium eburneum, Acanthophippium gougahense, Acanthophippium javanicum, Acanthophippium lilacinum, Acanthophippium mantinianum, Acanthophippium parviflorum, Acanthophippium pictum, Acanthophippium splendidum, Acanthophippium striatum, Acanthophippium sylhetense, Acanthophippium curtisii, Achlydosa glandulosa, Acianthera aculeata,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-157733: Based on the initial data import
Carlyle A. Luer (1922-2019): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Luer' in the authors string.
Alexander C. Hirtz (b.1945): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hirtz' in the authors string.